Bible Dictionary
Barsabbas
Barsabbas is the surname of Joseph, one of the two men proposed with Matthias to replace Judas among the apostles.
Definition
Barsabbas is the surname of Joseph, one of the two men proposed with Matthias for the place among the apostles left vacant by Judas.
Biblical Usage
Joseph Barsabbas appears in the account of the apostolic selection following Judas’s departure. He was considered alongside Matthias, who was chosen.
Historical Background
Barsabbas is presented as the Revised Version spelling of the surname rendered Barsabas in another form.
Scripture References
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Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
Revised Version of (Acts 1:23) for BAR’SABAS.